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08 Aug, 2024 by Andrew
Great service and helped answer all of our concerns. Would definitely use their services again!
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30 Jul, 2024 by Peter a
I recommend Tommy Frank. I went to law school with him. When I had a personal matter that needed representation, he represented me. I believe his fees are reasonable for the knowledge, quality of services, and value added. I would like to thank Tommy and Amanda for all the help they provided me.
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17 Jul, 2024 by Vito labbate
Got the job done beyond my expectations
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08 Aug, 2024 by Andrew
Great service and helped answer all of our concerns. Would definitely use their services again!
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30 Jul, 2024 by Peter a
I recommend Tommy Frank. I went to law school with him. When I had a personal matter that needed representation, he represented me. I believe his fees are reasonable for the knowledge, quality of services, and value added. I would like to thank Tommy and Amanda for all the help they provided me.
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17 Jul, 2024 by Vito labbate
Got the job done beyond my expectations
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04 Jul, 2010 by Anonymous
I hope I marked everything "excellent." This attorney gave me information and direction. The other two attorney were glib and told me to get a lawyer. I would seek her out again Thank you.
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02 Feb, 2010 by Toba
Susan is an excellent attorney. She handled my divorce case and preserved my dignity while getting me a fabulous settlement. We got to the brink of trial (as Susan predicted) before my ex folded and disclosed the assets he had hidden.
She is a scary litigator. I'm glad she was .on my side. She hung in there, despite bad rulings from the judge. She was always ethical, professional, carried herself with poise and professional, and I'm glad I didn't have another lawyer. I've recommended her to my friends, and no one's sorry they used her.
Later she handled my son's DWI and got him off .despite a prior. She's a miracle worker
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30 Jun, 2013 by Bob.b
If this is Pat Doran from Plainview HS then "the best". Told my Math classes in Singapore about when I dropped Solid Geometry (MA math, NYU) my last quarter - took a study hall - she passed by and said: "I thought you were smart." What a motivation. Majored in Math. Thanks Pat.
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28 Feb, 2023 by John b
Mr. Cancellare was appointed by the court as the "attorney for my children" in a divorce. Let me start by saying that the two reviews from "Alex" -- the only positive reviews he has -- were written by his "paralegal." Mr. Cancellare spends 99% of his time drafting his bills for tasks that he never performed and the other 1% of his time talking about his bills and getting paid. Not .00001% of his time is devoted to ensuring the best interests of the children are being represented. Perhaps at one time in his career he cared about representing children, but at this point it is clear that all he cares about is stockpiling money for retirement and dragging out his involvement in each case as long as possible. It's time to retire.
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30 Dec, 2022 by Kay
The absolute worse representation of a child lawyer that a court can appoint. He is heartless, unprofessional and lacks interest in your children only interested in the financial aspect of the case. He truly should retire and allow other lawyers who are better qualified and actually have genuine interest in children’s rights and advocacy to take over.
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27 Jan, 2020 by Anonymous
Thank you for everything that you did for my children and I. You’re a very caring, thoughtful and selfless person. I could never express with words how much I appreciate all your efforts. It is a blessing to have you in our lives.
I will forever be grateful to you for your assistance in my matter with my children.
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01 Sep, 2024 by Alex
I went to a consultation. Christine Furey billed $70. During the conversation, she left after 5 minutes because of an "emergency." She said she'd call me back to arrange another time. I been emailing over 6 months, and she didn't arranged a time. I asked a refund. Christine said "are you really gonna argue over 70 bucks?" Very unprofessional. I have to do a small claims court claim.
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28 Apr, 2023 by Barry
I explained my case to her twice. I wrote down notes in a very specific email. Christine Furey either could not or would not listen to her client. In court, I was surprised that she completely ignored the details I had told her multiple times. It is not surprising that the judge ruled against me. I would take Christine Furey to court, but she's not worth the trouble. With her lack of attention, she probably won't make it far.
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05 Apr, 2023 by Bob
Christine Erica Furey was supposed to handle a simple case. During the court appearance she forgot some crucial documents, and we lost. My business now has to go through a long and complicated process to fix Mrs. Furey's mistake. Christine Furey tried to deny doing anything wrong. She was very unprofessional about it, and did not acknowledge that it was because she forgot the documents. I have to take Mrs. Furey to court now. This has been a waste of time.
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